Decorative panel for vehicle

Abstract

The utility model relates to a decoration panel (10) for a vehicle. The decoration panel comprises a first component (12) and a second component (14) which can be assembled with each other, the first component comprises a first assembly element (24) protruding relative to the first surface (16); the second component includes a second assembly element (28) protruding relative to the second surface (18). In the assembled configuration, the first assembly element and the second assembly element are nested one within the other so as to prevent movement of the first component (12) and the second component (14) relative to each other. The first member (12) is made of a transparent material and includes a third surface (32) on the opposite side from the first surface. In the assembled configuration, the assembled element is visible from the third surface of the first component.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a decorative panel for a vehicle, the decorative panel of this type comprises a first component and a second component, the first component comprises a first surface, the second component comprises a second surface, the first component and the second component can be assembled with each other in an assembly configuration, wherein the first surface and the second surface are in contact with each other; the decorative panel comprises at least one assembling component, the assembling component comprises a first assembling element and a second assembling element, the first assembling element is supported by the first component and is raised relative to the first surface; the second assembling element is supported by the second component and is raised relative to the second surface; each of the first assembling element and the second assembling element is selected from a recessed element and a protruding element relative to the corresponding first surface or second surface; the assembling component is constructed so that in the assembly configuration, the first assembling element and the second assembling element are nested one inside the other so as to prevent the first component and the second component from moving relative to each other along the first surface and the second surface. Background Art

[0002] Such a decorative panel is particularly disclosed in document CN218912107.

[0003] When the first assembly element and the second assembly element are nested one within the other, it is difficult for an operator to visually check the correct relative positioning of the first component and the second component. When assembling the components, a device may be required to ensure this relative positioning, which complicates the decorative panel manufacturing method. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to solve this problem, the object of the present invention is a decorative panel of the aforementioned type, wherein the first part is made of a transparent or translucent material and comprises a third surface located on the opposite side of the first surface, so that in the assembled configuration, the assembly components are visible from the third surface of the first part.

[0005] According to other advantageous aspects of the invention, the decorative panel comprises one or more of the following features, considered individually or in all technically possible combinations:

[0006] - the first assembly element protrudes relative to the first surface, and the second assembly element is recessed relative to the second surface;

[0007] - the second component further comprises one or more cavities in the second surface;

[0008] - the second component comprises a plurality of cavities patterned in an assembly area of ​​the second surface, in which assembly area the second assembly element is comprised;

[0009] - the second component further comprises a visual mark arranged on a signal area of ​​the second surface separated from the assembly area;

[0010] - the decorative panel further comprises means for backlighting the visual indicia;

[0011] - the trim panel is adapted to be integrated into a vehicle passenger compartment such that the third surface is a surface of the second component visible to a vehicle occupant;

[0012] - the decorative panel comprises a paint layer on the second surface of the second component. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0013] The invention will be better understood by reading the following description, given by way of non-limiting example only, and with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0014] Figure 1 is a partial view of a decorative panel according to one embodiment of the present invention in a separated configuration; and

[0015] Figure 2 It is in assembled configuration Figure 1 Cross-sectional view of the decorative panel. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0016] Figure 1 and Figure 2 A decorative panel 10 according to one embodiment of the present invention is shown. The panel 10 is particularly designed for use in the interior of a vehicle (not shown), in particular a motor vehicle. In particular, the panel 10 is designed to be integrated into a vehicle dashboard (not shown).

[0017] Preferably, the panel 10 has an elongated shape. In the embodiment shown, the panel 10 extends in a longitudinal direction X.

[0018] The panel 10 includes a first component 12 and a second component 14. The first component 12 and the second component 14 are intended to be Figure 2 The assembled configuration shown in FIG is joined together to form the panel 10. Figure 1 , the first component 12 and the second component 14 are shown separated from each other.

[0019] More specifically, the first component 12 includes a first surface 16 and the second component includes a second surface 18. Figure 2 In the assembled configuration shown, the first surface 16 and the second surface 18 are in contact with each other.

[0020] Each of the first surface 16 and the second surface 18 is substantially flat. In the remainder of this specification, an orthonormal basis (X, Y, Z) associated with the second component 14 is considered. Figure 2In the assembled configuration shown in FIG, each of the first surface 16 and the second surface 18 extends substantially in a plane (X, Y).

[0021] The decorative panel 10 includes at least one assembly member 20, 22, and preferably includes a plurality of assembly members 20, 22. The first assembly member 20 and the second assembly member 22 of the panel 10 are Figure 1 Visible in. Figure 2 Only the first assembly member 20 is visible.

[0022] Each assembly member 20, 22 includes a first assembly element 24, 26 and a second assembly element 28, 30. The first assembly element 24, 26 is supported by the first component 12 and protrudes relative to the first surface 16. The second assembly element 28, 30 is supported by the second component 14 and protrudes relative to the second surface 18.

[0023] More specifically, each of the first assembly elements 24, 26 and the second assembly elements 28, 30 is selected from recessed elements and protruding elements relative to the corresponding first surface 16 or second surface 18. In the illustrated embodiment, the first assembly elements 24, 26 protrude relative to the first surface 16, and the second assembly elements 28, 30 are recessed relative to the second surface 18.

[0024] exist Figure 2 In the assembled configuration shown, the first and second assembly elements 24 , 26 , 28 , 30 of the or each assembly member 20 , 22 nest within one another to prevent movement of the first and second components 12 , 14 relative to one another along the first and second surfaces 16 , 18 .

[0025] Additionally, the first component 12 includes a third surface 32 located opposite the first surface 16. In the illustrated embodiment, the third surface 32 is substantially flat and parallel to the first surface 16.

[0026] The first component 12 is made of a transparent or translucent material. Preferably, the first component 12 is formed of the transparent or translucent material in one piece.

[0027] Preferably, the second component 14 is at least partially made of an opaque material. Figure 2 In the assembled configuration shown in FIG, the second surface 18 of the second component 14 is visible to an observer on the side of the third surface 32 of the first component 12. Similarly, the first assembly elements 24, 26 and the second assembly elements 28, 30 of the or each assembly member 20, 22 are visible to the user.

[0028] The shapes of the first assembly elements 24, 26 and the second assembly elements 28, 30 are designed to take this visibility into account. In the embodiment shown, each of the first assembly elements 24, 26 has the shape of a substantially straight rib; and each of the second assembly elements 28, 30 has the shape of a substantially straight groove adapted to receive the rib in the assembled configuration, as shown. Figure 2 shown.

[0029] Preferably, the second component 14 comprises a plurality of cavities 34, 36 in the second surface 18. More preferably, the cavities are distributed over one or more areas 40, 42, referred to as assembly areas, of the second surface 18. Each assembly area 40, 42 comprises a second assembly element 28, 30.

[0030] More precisely, the cavities 34, 36 are arranged in the respective assembly areas 40, 42 so as to form a visual pattern surrounding the respective second assembly elements 28, 30. In the embodiment shown, the cavities 34, 36 are in the form of generally rectilinear ridges.

[0031] Thus, to an observer on the side of the third surface 32 of the first component 12 , the cavities 34 , 36 appear similar in appearance to the recesses of the second assembly elements 28 , 30 forming the respective assembly areas 40 , 42 .

[0032] Preferably, the second component 14 also includes one or more visual markings 44. More preferably, the second surface 14 includes one or more areas 46, referred to as signal areas, separated from the assembly areas 40, 42. In the embodiment shown, the signal areas 46 are arranged along the longitudinal direction X between the two assembly areas 40, 42.

[0033] The visual marking 44 is, in particular, a placard marking suitable for equipping a vehicle dashboard.

[0034] According to one embodiment, the panel 10 further comprises a backlight device 48 . Said device 48 is for example situated on a fourth face 50 of the second part 14 , said fourth face 50 being opposite to the second face 18 .

[0035] In particular, the backlighting device 48 is designed to backlight the visual markings 44 so as to make them visible to an observer on the side of the third surface 32 of the first component 12 .

[0036] A method for manufacturing the panel 10 will now be disclosed.

[0037] The first component 12 and the second component 14 are made independently of each other. Preferably, the first component is made in one piece, for example by moulding a transparent or translucent plastic material.

[0038] The first surface 16 of the first component 12 and the second surface 18 of the second component 14 are then brought together so that the or each first assembly element 24, 26 is inserted into the or each corresponding second assembly element 28, 30. During this insertion, the correct relative positioning of the first component 12 and the second component 14 is visually checked by an operator positioned on the side of the third surface 32 of the first component 12.

[0039] Then, the first component 12 and the second component 14 are in Figure 2 The assembly members 20 , 22 prevent movement of the first component 12 and the second component 14 relative to each other along the first surface 16 and the second surface 18 in the plane (X, Y).

[0040] Because the second assembly elements 28 , 30 are incorporated into the visual pattern formed on the assembly areas 40 , 42 , the assembly members 20 , 22 are only slightly visible to an observer on one side of the third surface 32 of the first component 12 , which improves the aesthetics of the panel 10 .

[0041] Next, the first and second components 12 and 14 are preferably permanently attached to each other, such as by assembling the edges of the components together using adhesive or welding. A backlight 48 is also assembled to the second component 14.

[0042] Thus, the panel 10 can be incorporated into an instrument panel of a motor vehicle. Preferably, the fourth face 50 of the second component 14 is assembled to said instrument panel. Thus, the third surface 32 of the first component 12 is oriented towards a user of said instrument panel.

Claims

1. A decorative panel (10) for a vehicle, the decorative panel comprising a first component (12) and a second component (14), The first component includes a first surface (16), the second component includes a second surface (18), The first component (12) and the second component (14) are assembleable with each other in an assembled configuration wherein the first surface (16) and the second surface (18) contact each other; The decorative panel includes at least one assembly member (20, 22), the assembly member including a first assembly element (24, 26) and a second assembly element (28, 30), The first assembly element (24, 26) is supported by the first component (12) and is raised relative to the first surface (16); The second assembly element (28, 30) is supported by the second component (14) and is raised relative to the second surface (18); Each of the first assembly element (24, 26) and the second assembly element (28, 30) is selected from a recessed element and a protruding element relative to the corresponding first surface (16) or second surface (18); The assembly member is configured such that in the assembled configuration, the first assembly element (24, 26) and the second assembly element (28, 30) are nested one within the other to prevent movement of the first component (12) and the second component (14) relative to each other along the first surface (16) and the second surface (18); It is characterized by: The first component (12) is made of a transparent or translucent material and includes a third surface (32) located opposite the first surface, so that in the assembled configuration, the assembly components (20, 22) are visible from the third surface of the first component.

2. The decorative panel according to claim 1, characterized in that The first assembly element (24, 26) protrudes relative to the first surface (16), and the second assembly element (28, 30) is recessed relative to the second surface (18).

3. The decorative panel according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The second component (14) also includes one or more cavities (34, 36) in the second surface (18).

4. The decorative panel according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second component includes a plurality of cavities (34, 36) patterned in an assembly region (40, 42) of the second surface, the second assembly element being included in the assembly region.

5. The decorative panel according to claim 4, characterized in that: The second component (14) further includes a visual indicia (44) disposed on a signal area (46) of the second surface separate from the assembly areas (40, 42).

6. The decorative panel according to claim 5, characterized in that: The decorative panel also includes means (48) for backlighting the visual indicia (44).

7. The decorative panel according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The trim panel is adapted to be integrated into a vehicle passenger compartment such that the third surface (32) is the surface of the second component (14) that is visible to a vehicle occupant.

8. The decorative panel according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The decorative panel includes a paint layer on the second surface (18) of the second component (14).

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